Jury Instruction Error on Patent Obviousness Triggers New Trial in Tamper-Resistant Container Dispute
March 27, 2024
Inline Plastics Corp. v. Lacerta Grp., LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision highlights the importance of proper jury instructions in patent cases, especially when it comes to evaluating whether an invention is “obvious” in light of earlier…
Read MoreThe use of AI and patented inventions.
March 27, 2024
Mike Morris quoted in the article, When is an AI-assisted invention eligible for a patent? To read the full article, please visit The Indiana Lawyer.
Read MoreReclaiming the web: Three ways to combat counterfeit websites
March 27, 2024
In the latest issue of The Indiana Lawyer, Blake Hartz and Shane Moreillon explore three options to shut down counterfeit websites impersonating your client or their products. To read the full article, please visit The Indiana Lawyer.
Read MoreMedical Device Importation for FDA Approval Falls Under Patent Safe Harbor
March 25, 2024
Edwards Lifesciences Corp. v. Meril Life Scis. Priv. Ltd Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision clarified how the “safe harbor” provision in U.S. patent law protects companies when they import medical devices for activities related to FDA approval.…
Read MoreNo Contradiction, No Problem: Federal Circuit Clarifies Patent Claim Language on Lithium-Ion Batteries
March 6, 2024
Maxell, Ltd. v. Amperex Tech. Ltd Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit provided important guidance on how patent claims should be interpreted when it comes to potentially conflicting language. The case involved Maxell, Ltd.,…
Read MorePatent Claims on Targeted Online Ads Face Mixed Results in Court
March 5, 2024
Chewy, Inc. v. IBM Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit highlights the challenges of enforcing patents related to online advertising and targeted marketing. The dispute centered on two patents owned by IBM: U.S. Patent…
Read MoreWoodard Emhardt Attorneys Named to the 2024 Indiana Super Lawyers® List
February 28, 2024
We are honored to have several attorneys selected for inclusion in the 2024 Indiana Super Lawyers® list. Those honored represent the top 5% of Indiana attorneys chosen through a detailed, multiphase selection process which takes into consideration peer recognition, professional…
Read MoreFrom Checkers to Checkmate
February 28, 2024
The art of litigation is akin to the art of chess. For litigation lawyer, Spiro Bereveskos, to advocate his client’s case, he must use the same skills in chess and apply those skills to the specific circumstances of each case.…
Read MoreAlexa’s Shopping List Feature Survives Patent Challenge Over Voice-Processing Technology
February 26, 2024
Freshub, Inc. v. Amazon.com, Inc Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision from the Federal Circuit has clarified the boundaries of patent infringement when it comes to voice-processing technology, specifically in the context of Amazon’s Alexa shopping-list feature. Freshub,…
Read MoreDon’t Try to Sneak in Extra Arguments by Incorporating Briefs—The Court is Watching
February 16, 2024
Promptu Sys. Corp. v. Comcast Cable Commc’ns, LLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky In a recent decision, the Federal Circuit sent a clear message to attorneys: you can’t get around word limits by “incorporating by reference” arguments from one legal…
Read MoreTrademark Board Must Reconsider Baby Product Confusion Case After Evidence Overlooked
February 15, 2024
Naterra Int’l, Inc. v. Bensalem Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision highlights how important it is for the Trademark Trial and Appeal Board (TTAB) to fully consider all relevant evidence when deciding if two trademarks are likely to…
Read MoreUSPTO’s Domicile Address Rule for Trademark Applicants Upheld
February 13, 2024
In re Chestek PLLC Authored by: Jeremy J. Gustrowsky A recent decision has clarified that the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) can require all trademark applicants to provide their actual domicile address—not just a mailing address or P.O. box—when…
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